Book Synopsis

The first volume in the Cars Reimagined series, Restomods is a beautifully illustrated showcase of extraordinary, customised, cutting-edge cars.

Restomods: The New World Order of Handcrafted Cars celebrates the thrilling world of super-refined and highly personalised car restoration.

Fusing classic design with cutting edge technology requires an almost impossible level of imagination, creativity and workmanship, resulting in models that frequently test the technical boundaries of vehicle design and engineering. Restomods collects over 50 companies who are at the forefront of this world, among them Singer, Eagle, Tuthill & Alfaholics. Each of the featured firms has contributed directly to these pages, supplying specifications, quotes and the very highest quality professional photographs. The result is a spectacular volume that showcases the new world order of personalized automobile restoration.

Restomods: The New World Order of Handcrafted Cars is the first volume in the Cars Reimagined series, showcasing the cars and their creators who are pushing motor vehicles to the next level.

Review Quotes

"What makes for a good entry point into this particular world? Bill Schwartz's new book Restomods: The New World Order of Handcrafted Cars turns the spotlight on the companies around the world that specialize in taking vintage cars and transforming them into something new."-- "InsideHook"

"While many enthusiasts prize originality and factory spec, others appreciate a blend of heritage style and new technology in their classics. Such updated machines are referred to as restomods, and are the subject of this first installment of ACC Art Books' new Cars Reimagined series. It includes current offerings from specialists such as Alfaholics, Eagle and Frontline plus established manufacturers like Bentley (Speed Six) and Jaguar (D-type Continuation). Porsche-inspired cars and all-terrain vehicles get around half the book devoted to them." -- "Classic Car Weekly"

"Restomods: The New World Order of Handcrafted Cars is a high-octane tribute to reimagined classics, where vintage style meets cutting-edge tech. Profiling 50-plus world-class builders, including Singer and Alfaholics, this sleek volume blends factory specs, expert insights, and stunning photography. Curated by Bill Schwartz, it's the kind of book that fuels big dreams and garage goals."-- "Boss Hunting"

"Subtitled The New World Order of Handcrafted Cars, this is an overview of the restomod scene, containing profiles of over 50 of this elevated but eclectic arm of the auto industry. A modern restomod takes an established classic and gives it a contemporary make-over, not just restoring but modernising, enhancing and upgrading every conceivable element."

"A fascinating look at the new levels of craft and technology that have emerged to cater to the world of luxury mobility."-- "Wallpaper"

About the Author

Bill Schwartz is a lifelong devotee to the world of the automobile. For over 40 years, he has collected and restored cars, fuelling a deep understanding and unwavering enthusiasm for the subject. Schwartz isn't just a spectator; he's a fixture at the most revered automotive gatherings, from the elegant concours of Pebble Beach and The Quail meets, to such thrilling races of Goodwood's Revivals. To truly capture the essence of the world's most exceptional vehicles, he goes beyond the surface and has formed personal relationships with the world's leading car manufacturers. This commitment to firsthand knowledge gives readers a first-hand perspective. His background includes the production of 20 broadcast documentaries, three NASA-based published books, in addition to his continued global licensing and bespoke automotive business activities. Bill resides in Santa Monica, California.